Phenethyl Formate from Mexico
Phenethyl formate (C6H5CH2CH2OCHO) features a benzene ring with ethyl formate chain, qualifying as aromatic formic acid ester under HTS 2915.13.10.00. Utilized in flavor chemistry and polymer plasticizers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• FEMA 2881 listing requires flavor use declaration for FDA compliance
• Gas chromatography certificate essential to confirm >96% purity vs admixtures
• Avoid bulk packaging >100kg without stabilizer per Chapter 29 note (f)